In the quiet towns and remote villages of Sindh, a silent tragedy continues to unfold. Hindu families live under constant fear, knowing that their young daughters can be taken away at any moment — abducted, forcibly converted, and married off under the influence of powerful religious networks. For years, these stories were whispered in corners, drowned in silence, and forgotten by the institutions meant to protect the vulnerable.
Among the few who dared to challenge this injustice is Shiva Kachhi, a rights activist who now finds himself at the center of a deadly storm. He has become the latest target of the Pir Sarhindi group, a network widely accused of abducting and forcibly converting underage Hindu girls in Sindh. Instead of addressing the rampant violations, those responsible have launched a campaign of slander against him, falsely labeling him as anti-Islam and anti-state — accusations that in Pakistan’s climate can be as dangerous as a death sentence.
Shiva Kachhi fears that what happened to Dr. Shahnawaz Kumbhar may soon be repeated. Dr. Kumbhar was falsely accused, vilified, and ultimately targeted for elimination after raising his voice against forced conversions. Now, similar tactics are being deployed against him, creating a chilling sense of déjà vu. He believes his life is in imminent danger, not because he committed any crime, but because he chose compassion over silence.
Kachhi’s work has been nothing short of life-saving. Over the years, he has helped reunite dozens of abducted Hindu girls with their families — girls who had been forcibly converted after being taken from their homes. He has stood beside grieving parents, supported victims through traumatic recoveries, and consistently raised the issue both nationally and internationally. His advocacy has challenged powerful interests, and in return, he has been met with threats, intimidation, and a coordinated effort to destroy his credibility.
This unfolding situation has raised serious concerns about the role of state institutions in Pakistan. Human rights organizations and community members argue that the state has failed its minorities — failed to safeguard Hindu girls, failed to curb the activities of extremist networks, and failed to protect those who speak out. The pattern is disturbingly familiar: abductions occur, conversions are facilitated, complaints are ignored, and activists are left exposed to deadly retaliation.
Despite repeated appeals, authorities have shown a reluctance to confront groups like the Pir Sarhindi network. Critics warn that this unwillingness emboldens perpetrators, allowing them to operate with impunity while silencing those who challenge them. Instead of receiving protection, the Shiva Kachhi has become a target, forced to defend himself while still advocating for girls whose voices have been stolen.
He has issued a desperate appeal: the Sindh government, the federal government, and Pakistan’s state institutions must take immediate action. He is calling for justice for the abducted Hindu girls, accountability for those involved in forced conversions, and protection for anyone brave enough to speak out against these abuses. His plea is not just for his own safety, but for the safety of an entire community that has long lived in fear.
His situation is a stark reminder that the fight for minority rights in Pakistan is not merely a legal struggle — it is a struggle for survival. As long as activists are threatened and institutions remain silent, the cycle of abduction, forced conversion, and violence will continue unchecked. His courage in the face of danger underscores a painful truth: in Sindh today, defending minority girls can cost a person their life.
Yet, even under threat, he refuses to retreat. He continues to speak, to warn, and to advocate — not because he is fearless, but because the girls he defends have no one else to stand for them. In this perilous climate, his voice has become both a lifeline for the oppressed and a target for those who profit from their suffering.
His life hangs in the balance. And the world is watching to see whether Pakistan’s institutions will finally act — or allow history to repeat itself once again.